Comments on: 18 Ways To Stand Out At An Audition https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/ We Are Thespians! Thu, 09 May 2019 04:03:30 +0000 hourly 1 By: Mike Laman https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-43970 Thu, 09 May 2019 04:03:30 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-43970 Get the book Audition by Michael Shurtleff. It’s a classic, and no actor should be without it.
Practice in front of a large mirror at home or even a digital camera if you can.
I heard memorization can hurt you because if the casting people ask you to change something or read for another role, you might panic. Just know the material, connect with it, but memorizing maybe not.
Be rested–no drugs or coffee beforehand. Take an audition class, and read for anything you can.
Strive to make the audition fun–not something to fear or dread. If you book one job in ten you’re doing well. TV and film auditions are different than theater auditions. Learn the methods to do those well–you never know when you get a chance to do one.

]]> By: Mark Murphy https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-26380 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 18:11:09 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-26380 I really appreciate your tip to try and add something unexpected and original so you will stand out. My wife and I have been thinking of getting our daughter to audition for her high school play, but she said that the competition is big. I will be sure to tell her that she will do better if she stands out!

]]> By: Matthew Jenkins https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-7302 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 13:38:07 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-7302 In reply to Amalie weilguny.

Where you live, if you have an agent, and connections can all play a role. If you live near New York or LA, there are numerous ways places to audition, just make sure they are legit. I live near Atlanta, which is growing. So I look for theater auditions there. That’s first off, look local. Secondly, if you wanted to, you could try sites like Backstage that require a fee but show audition opportunities. If you have an agent, that’d be helpful. If no agent or connections, build up your resume with local community, theater, school plays, etc. Hope this helps a little. If you have any further questions or clarifications, you can reach me at mjryan1221@gmail.com.

]]> By: Amalie weilguny https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-7199 Tue, 30 May 2017 14:01:27 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-7199 Hey guys, I am a 15 year old girl. I really looooove to act, but I dont know where to look to find auditions. I use something called DASK, but there are only auditions for 21 or 22 year old girls! can anyone please help me?? <3 <3

]]> By: Allison https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-5287 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:41:10 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-5287 When auditioning, make sure you keep eye-contact. It shows confidence and presence. If you are always looking down at your paper, they will think you are shy or quiet and won’t perform as well.

Also, try to memorize the script they give you before you go in, trust me they notice it. If you memorize the lines, you won’t have to look at your paper as much (first paragraph), also shows them you are a quick learner.

]]> By: Julie Stevens https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-4940 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 21:39:53 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-4940 What does Find the Button mean?

]]> By: How to stand out in auditions | Chris Ma https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-3847 Fri, 30 Dec 2016 20:58:46 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-3847 […] https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/ […]

]]> By: Gai Jones https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-2832 Thu, 03 Nov 2016 20:53:09 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-2832 End with a tag look of the character’s emotion; hold that look for 3 seconds, then relax and smile. Say “thank you” on your way out of the room; DO NOT make “thank you” the final beat of your monologue.
Treat yourself after the audition with something special for showing up, preparing, and enjoying the audition process. Then get on with your life. Do not wait for the “phone call, email, text or PM.”

]]> By: Jillian Murray https://theatrenerds.com/18-ways-to-stand-out-at-an-audition/#comment-2719 Fri, 28 Oct 2016 18:32:47 +0000 http://theatrenerds.com/?p=5278#comment-2719 Make unique song choices I once did Adele’s Rolling in the Deep for an audition and I was so scared they wouldn’t like it but the look on their faces was worth it (no one expects that big voice to come out of me as I don’t look like a belter) plus I got cast. Also add choreography to your song choice it makes your song pop even more (I’m working on transforming myself into leading lady material so I’ve been working really hard at making myself stand out at auditions though my small city doesn’t have too many opportunities for theatre)

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